Ceiling slab collapses at Kannauj railway stationseveral feared trapped

Kanpur: A tragic incident unfolded at Kannauj railway station on Saturday when the ceiling slab of an under-construction building unexpectedly gave way. Several workers and railway personnel are feared to be trapped beneath the rubble

Kanpur: Ceiling Collapse at Kannauj Railway Station Leaves Several Feared Trapped

A major accident struck Kannauj railway station on Saturday when the ceiling slab of an under-construction building suddenly collapsed creating panic and chaos at the site. The incident occurred during routine construction work leaving several workers and railway staff feared to be trapped under the massive debris.

Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud crashing sound as the structure gave way sending clouds of dust into the air and creating an atmosphere of confusion and fear. Rescue operations were launched immediately by local authorities with teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and railway officials rushing to the scene

According to initial reports the collapse occurred in a newly planned section of the railway station which was undergoing renovations to improve passenger facilities. At the time of the incident multiple workers were engaged in construction activities and several railway staff members were also present nearby.

We heard a deafening sound and within seconds the structure collapsed. Many of my colleagues were working in that area. I managed to escape but I fear others are still trapped said a worker who narrowly survived the accident

Rescue teams are using heavy machinery to clear the rubble while medical teams are on standby to assist injured victims. However the extent of injuries or casualties remains unclear as efforts to locate and retrieve those trapped continue Officials have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the collapse Preliminary suspicions point to possible structural flaws or lapses in safety protocols during construction District authorities have assured families of the victims that all necessary measures are being taken to rescue those trapped and provide medical aid Meanwhile railway operations at Kannauj station have been partially disrupted with train schedules being rerouted or delayed